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Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Studio and Giftshop

Doukhobor Discovery Centre 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, Canada

Visit the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio and Gift Shop located at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Heritage Way in Castlegar this summer. Meet our members, shop a selection of handcrafted items in our giftshop and enjoy live demonstrations. Thinking to join? Find us on Facebook and Instagram @selkirkweaversspinners. Saturdays only in June. Wed-Sat July […]

Free

Family Story Time

Nelson Public Library 602 Stanley St, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Drop by the Nelson Public Library Thursday mornings at 10:30 come to sing your favourite songs and hear some great stories! All ages welcome.

Winter Solstice Gatherings

Nelson & District Women’s Centre 420 Mill Street, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

It’s time for our annual Winter Solstice event! Due to the mega-success of last year, we’ll be dividing the events across two days this year. ???? ???? ???: ????-???Come join us for delicious treats, a hearty Solstice meal, a game or two and some live music! ????? ???? ???: ????-???Come visit our annual gift shop […]

Fall into Fall FREE Thursday evenings

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

The Nelson Museum is open late on Thursdays and admission is FREE from 4-8pm. Explore the new gallery exhibitions — A Crack in the Mirror in Gallery A and Within This Earthen Vessel in Gallery B  — discover the region’s history in the 2nd Floor Museum Exhibit, and shop work from over 120 local artists in […]

Free

Apres FREE! Thursday evenings

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

The days are shorter but the Nelson Museum is open longer! Thursdays from 4-8pm is FREE admission to the galleries, museum and Shop, where you can explore the newest exhibitions, learn about local history, and shop over 100 local artists!

Free

Rangoli Workshop w/ Surya Sameera

Nelson Museum, Archives & Gallery 502 Vernon Street, Nelson, Canada

Inspired by the current exhibitions Within This Earthen Vessel and A Crack in the Mirror at the Nelson Museum –  join artist Surya Sameera for an evening of Rangoli making. Rangoli is an art form that originates from the Indian subcontinent, in which patterns are created on the floor or a tabletop. We will be […]

Free

EARTH FREAKS!

The Royal 330 Baker Street Nelson, BC V1L 4H5, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

Since forming in 2021, Earth Freaks have worked at a feverish rate and continued to push themselves in a fashion that can be described as nothing short of miraculous.  The four piece, which trained at Selkirk College’s renowned music program, has shown no signs of slowing down from the time of its inception. A jam-packed […]

$20

Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Studio and Giftshop

Doukhobor Discovery Centre 112 Heritage Way, Castlegar, BC, Canada

Visit the Selkirk Weavers & Spinners Guild Studio and Gift Shop located at the Doukhobor Discovery Centre, Heritage Way in Castlegar this summer. Meet our members, shop a selection of handcrafted items in our giftshop and enjoy live demonstrations. Thinking to join? Find us on Facebook and Instagram @selkirkweaversspinners. Saturdays only in June. Wed-Sat July […]

Free

Longest Night of the Year Celebration

Bear Spring Eco Retreat 5248 Queen Victoria Road, Beasley

Come join us for free snacks, hot apple cider, hot chocolate, snow sculptures, fire pit, community gathering, starlit snowshoeing and some holiday cheer! Our on-site gift shop, the Trading Post, will be open for last minute shoppers.

Free

December Music at Red Light Ramen

Red Light Ramen 308 Herridge Lane, Nelson, British Columbia, Canada

This December, let Red Light be your cozy Friday escape! From 6-9 PM every Friday, we’re filling the evening with curated soundscapes to set the perfect tone for the weekend. Our patio is the ideal spot to enjoy the fresh winter air, with heaters to keep you warm and music to soothe your soul. Whether […]

Taghum Hall’s Merry Little Christmas

Taghum Hall 5915, Taghum Hall Rd, Nelson, British Columbia

Taghum Hall’s Merry Little Christmas is twinkly, family-friendly, and free (with donations gratefully accepted, of course!) Come and enjoy carol-singing, stage presentations by talented community children (and a parent or two!), a KidsCAN Bake table, a craft-making table, good things to eat, and our Kids-Only Market, where kids can buy gifts for their families at […]

Free

Finley’s Afterwork Dance Party with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band

Finley’s Bar $ Grill 705 Vernon St, Nelson, BC, Canada

Dance your way into the holiday season with White Lightning Blues, Rock and Boogie Band. All styles and none are welcome on the dance floor and all ages welcome until 9pm. Enjoy a sparkling collection of classics from Little Walter to Chuck Berry, Little Feat and The Beatles laced through with quirky Kootenay- themed originals. […]